Michael Shellenberger on Coddling, Victimhood, and Why America Needs Courage

Michael Shellenberger on Coddling, Victimhood, and Why America Needs Courage
Dad Saves America
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Journalist and author Michael Shellenberger explains how today’s culture of overprotection breeds a widespread victimhood mindset, creates a feedback loop that results in even more overprotection, and ultimately stifles resilience and courage in both individuals and society at large. Shielding children from adversity weakens their ability to navigate life’s challenges, leading them to either embrace utopian fantasies or apocalyptic nihilism.

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